#25 – How Do We Build the Future of Orthopedic Care? Michael Meneghini, MD
Modern hip and knee replacement surgery is evolving faster than ever before. Patients are recovering more quickly, spending less time in the hospital, and benefiting from advances in implant technology that have dramatically improved durability and outcomes. In Episode 25 of The Joint Replacement Podcast, I sat down with Dr. …
#24 – What Questions Should Joint Replacement Patients Ask? Blair Ashley, MD
The Joint Replacement Podcast with Matthew Sloan, MD Choosing whether to undergo a hip or knee replacement is one of the most important healthcare decisions many patients will ever make. Yet despite the success of modern joint replacement surgery, patients are often faced with conflicting information about recovery, implant longevity, …
#23 – What are the First 48 Hours Like After Hip Replacement?
Episode 23 – The Joint Replacement Podcast with Matthew Sloan, MD If you want a great outcome after hip replacement, the most important part of recovery is not six weeks later. It’s the first 48 hours. Many patients are surprised to learn that recovery begins immediately after surgery. The first …
#22 – How Can Research Shape the Future of Joint Replacement? Michael Kheir, MD
Insights from Dr. Michael Kheir | The Joint Replacement Podcast Episode #22 Joint replacement surgery has transformed millions of lives, but the technology, implants, and surgical techniques continue to evolve rapidly. In Episode #22 of The Joint Replacement Podcast, I sat down with Dr. Michael Kheir, orthopedic surgeon, Director of …
#21 – Can Jiffy Knee and Robotics Help Us Recover Faster? Grayson Connors, DO
The Joint Replacement Podcast with Matthew Sloan, MD Modern joint replacement surgery continues to evolve at an incredible pace. From robotic-assisted technology and minimally invasive surgical approaches to outpatient surgery and artificial intelligence, today’s patients have more options than ever before. In Episode 21 of The Joint Replacement Podcast, I …
#19 – Why Can’t We Just Replace Cartilage?
Most patients who are told they need a hip or knee replacement ask some version of the same question: “If arthritis means the cartilage is worn out, why can’t you just replace the cartilage?” It’s a logical question. If the problem is damaged cartilage, shouldn’t the solution be new cartilage? …
#18 – How is America’s Top Orthopedic Hospital Innovating? Michael Ast, MD
The Joint Replacement Podcast – Episode 18 What does the future of hip and knee replacement surgery look like? In Episode 18 of The Joint Replacement Podcast, I had the opportunity to sit down with Dr. Michael Ast, Insall Chair of the Knee Service and Innovation Officer at Hospital for …
#15 – Simultaneous Vs. Staged Joint Replacement: Which Approach Is Safer?
For patients suffering from severe arthritis in both knees or both hips, one of the most common questions is: “Should I replace both joints at the same time?” At first glance, simultaneous bilateral joint replacement sounds appealing: One surgery One anesthesia event One rehabilitation process One period away from work …
#13 – Why Does Your Leg Feel Longer After Hip Replacement?
After total hip replacement, one of the most common concerns patients mention is this: “My operated leg feels longer.” Sometimes the sensation is subtle. Sometimes it feels dramatic enough that walking feels uneven or awkward. For many patients, it immediately raises a worrying question: Did something go wrong? Most of …
#14 – Is Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement Better? Paul Jacob, DO
Key Insights from Dr. Paul Jacob on The Joint Replacement Podcast In this episode of The Joint Replacement Podcast, I sat down with fellowship-trained joint replacement surgeon Dr. Paul Jacob to discuss one of the biggest shifts happening in orthopedic surgery today: the evolution of modern hip and knee replacement. …